On the Reception of the 'Origin of Species'
Thomas Henry Huxley
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Beschreibung
Thomas Henry Huxley's 'On the Reception of the 'Origin of Species' delves into the controversial reception of Charles Darwin's groundbreaking work 'On the Origin of Species'. Huxley, known as Darwin's Bulldog for his staunch advocacy of evolution, provides a detailed examination of the responses and criticisms faced by Darwin's theory of natural selection. Huxley's writing style is eloquent and analytical, offering a scholarly perspective on the scientific and societal implications of Darwin's work in the 19th century. In the context of Victorian England, Huxley's book serves as a key text in the study of the evolution debate and the development of evolutionary thought. Huxley's insights shed light on the intellectual climate of the time and the challenges faced by proponents of evolutionary theory against religious and social opposition.
Kundenbewertungen
Evolution debate, Natural history controversy, Intellectual engagement, Scientific community response, Victorian intellectual milieu, Scientific reception, Darwin's theory, Evolutionary theory impact, Critique of natural selection, Historical scientific discourse